2011 Nissan Rogue vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Rogue | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rogue | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4656 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
